Pritesh Walia

Pritesh Walia is a jazz guitarist, composer, and educator whose music bridges Indian classical tradition and contemporary jazz. Born and raised in New Delhi, his early musical foundation in Indian classical music continues to shape the nuance, phrasing, and emotional depth of his playing. A graduate of Musicians Institute, Berklee College of Music, and New England Conservatory, Walia has performed and taught across India, South America, and the US. As both an artist and an educator, Walia remains fully committed to exploring the world of music, and mentoring up and coming musicians while continuing to learn himself. To this day, he teaches masterclasses at Panama Jazz Festival and plays on stages around the world. His debut album Hope Town won a nomination for Best Jazz Artist of the Year at the Boston Music Awards.